Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Emphasis in Sport Management

at Enrollment Advisory Group - Concord University USA

Computer Scientists commonly do three things: design and implement software, devise new ways to use computers, and develop effective ways to solve computing problems. They seek to understand why technology works, and apply that knowledge in practical ways.
 
Concord’s curriculum is designed to give students a thorough understanding of computers; the physics of the hardware, the underlying mathematical principles; and the creation of software solutions. The curriculum’s design is guided by recommendations from the Association of Computing Machinery and the Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers. The core prepares students for a wide variety of careers and graduate school, but students can also choose one of three concentrations in which to specialize:

• Software Development - Designed for students who are interested in pursuing careers in software development or software engineering. Students in this concentration will learn to develop user-focused software solutions for a variety of different platforms.
• Cybersecurity - Designed for students interested in pursuing careers in computer security or related fields. Students in this concentration will learn how to test for and defend against security vulnerabilities. Students will also learn how to create secure software and handle the aftermath of security breaches.
• Analysis, Simulation, and Modeling - Designed for students interested in pursuing careers in analytics, artificial intelligence, or scientific computing. This concentration is suitable for double majors in Biology, Chemistry, and Environmental Geosciences.

The goal of Sociology is to provide an understanding of the scientific study of human behavior in groups and social settings. Sociology is concerned with the growth of the individual within the wider context of society. In the study of sociology, the student is encouraged to develop a theoretical framework and techniques of investigation useful for analysis and insight into group behavior.

The Business Administration degree program at Concord University has  earned a business-specific accreditation through the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).  Why does this matter?  ACBSP accreditation is a standard of excellence and superiority among business schools.  Such designation is a sign of student success and satisfaction in learning programs.  ACBSP means you are part of the best of the best.

Accounting
The mission of the accounting emphasis is to equip students with relevant, foundational knowledge of business and accounting while fostering growth of critical thinking skills necessary for future professionals and academic success.
The emphasis in Accounting focuses on preparing students to understand "the language of business." Our students are employed by top CPA firms in WV & throughout the country.  They work in the area of audit, fraud detection, payroll reporting, financial reporting to the government & shareholders as well as bookkeeping, cost accounting, & taxation.

A degree in chemistry can lead to a wide range of career opportunities, including health-related sciences, industry, and teaching. Students majoring in chemistry at CU complete foundational coursework introducing each of the five major branches of chemistry: Analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, physical chemistry, and inorganic chemistry. Selection of flexible advanced coursework in chemistry or other sciences allows our graduates to become multi-disciplinary specialists by completing one or more elective concentrations:

• Biochemistry (pre-Medicine), a block of electives integrating biology and chemistry designed for pre-Medical studies or a double major with biology;
• Geochemistry, a block of electives integrating geology and chemistry for environmental careers or a double major with environmental geosciences;
• Professional Chemistry, a block of courses in chemistry and physics for professional careers in chemistry, research, and graduate school admissions;
• 3+1 Health Sciences (pre-Pharmacy and pre-Clinical Lab Science), a program integrating a senior-year, off-campus residency at a School of Pharmacy or School of Medical Technology.

The English Program provides students with a solid background in literary study, various forms of writing, and the study of English language and linguistics. Students receive a broad scope of knowledge in the survey classes and then a deep dive into particular subjects in other classes, preparing them for professional careers in a variety of fields such as publishing, editing, marketing, broadcasting, journalism, and professional writing, or graduate work in fields such as law, medicine, ministry, or mental health, especially when combined with a second major or minor pertinent to that field (for example, history, political science, business, biology, philosophy, psychology, etc.).

The Concord University Advertising/Graphic Design program focuses on preparing students for careers in the fields of web design, publishing, graphic art, illustration, package design, advertising design, printing technology, 35mm and digital photography, and creative/art direction for advertising. The Advertising/Graphic Design program is closely aligned with the Studio Art Program and is designed to fulfill the Mission and Goals of Concord University. Students develop creative and artistic skills while learning the latest in computer graphics and digital technology.
The program provides students with excellent facilities, advanced technology and is designed to develop graphic designers and advertising professionals with the ability to understand and appreciate the creative process. The program has an updated computer lab as well as faculty who are knowledgeable in both the fine arts and computer graphics. The program also prepares students to face the demanding world of advertising or the option to enter a graduate program. Graduates are equipped with the ability to analyze moral and ethical issues in both advertising and during the course of their lives.

The Advertising/Graphic Design Program offers students a unique opportunity to work with faculty that bring into the classroom years of professional advertising experience. Thanks to the faculty interactions with national, and international clients, students are frequently challenged by class projects that involve advertising design at a professional level. Classes have been carefully designed to involve the local community as part of our students’ education. Student instruction is delivered via lecture and special instructional field trips to commercial printers and businesses to facilitate their understanding of complex technical subjects. By visiting different local businesses of the printing and publishing industry, students are exposed to design projects that are in the production process. This approach of taking the classroom out into the actual advertising market places program graduates in an advantageous position when the time comes to enter the work force or graduate school.

The Business Administration degree program at Concord University has  earned a business-specific accreditation through the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).  Why does this matter?  ACBSP accreditation is a standard of excellence and superiority among business schools.  Such designation is a sign of student success and satisfaction in learning programs.  ACBSP means you are part of the best of the best.

Management
The mission of the management emphasis is to offer business students a curriculum that will prepare them to be effective managers; to equip them with critical thinking skills which will provide them with the knowledge to manage organizations and work with employees; to learn development skills to effectively lead people and manage projects; and to be valuable contributions to their organization and society.

Within the management emphasis, students gain extensive knowledge of basic business practices, focusing on coordinating efforts of people in order to accomplish goals & objectives, by using available resources effectively & efficiently.  Critical thinking skills are instilled in students so that can better understand various theories and concepts involved in becoming a successful manager. Real-world examples & case studies are used to help students make the transition from the classroom into the corporate world. There are opportunities for students to participate in state wide Business Plan Competitions, international trips, & to achieve high recognition through CAPSIM Business Strategy Simulation.

History is the study of the past. It shapes the present and sets the course for the future. The study of history enables students to gain a greater understanding of the people, events, and trends that have influenced the present, and provides the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to solve contemporary problems.

The program in History prepares students for graduate school in history and closely related disciplines, and a wide variety of careers in schools, college, and universities, museums, archives, and libraries, federal, state, and local government, law, tourism, and consulting.

The general objective of the psychology program is to prepare students for professional training in the field of psychology by providing an overview of the essential methods and findings of experimental, clinical, and theoretical psychology. The primary theoretical orientation of the program is behavioral although the students will be exposed to multiple theoretical orientations. The scientist-practitioner model is emphasized in applied courses. Opportunities are provided for both human and non-human experimental research through environmental manipulation.

Students seeking the Bachelor of Science degree may earn a major or a minor in psychology. Note required grade average as described in the Department of Social Sciences.

Students learn to:

• Think critically about psychological issues
• Design and carry out scientific studies in the laboratory and in the field
• Communicate their ideas and conclusions effectively

The Department of Health Sciences also offers an undergraduate baccalaureate degree in Health Sciences.  For the BS in Health Sciences students may choose an area of study in one of four tracks: Pre Physical Therapy, Pre Athletic Training, Exercise Science, or Pre Professional studies.  We encourage students to select an area of emphasis that most closely aligns with their professional, academic, and career goals.

Pre-Physical Therapy
The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences—Pre-Physical Therapy degree prepares students for entry into Physical Therapy School. Students are presented with the classroom knowledge, hands-on skills, and practical experiences to assist them in achieving satisfying careers and making positive contributions to their profession and communities.